Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D Lens for Sony E | Black

The Sony E-mount Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D, developed by Venus Optics, is an exceptional wide-angle prime lens characterized by its rectilinear optical design, which is specifically engineered to minimize distortion, ensuring clear and precise representations of landscapes and architectural subjects. Its optical configuration includes two aspherical elements and three extra-low dispersion elements, effectively addressing both spherical and chromatic aberrations, thereby enhancing sharpness and minimizing color fringing. Additionally, a Frog Eye Coating has been applied to the front element, providing resistance against dust and moisture, which is advantageous for use in challenging environmental conditions. Complementing its optical features, this lens is designed with a meticulous manual focus mechanism and a floating optical system, ensuring accurate rendering across the entire focus range, from 7.09 inches to infinity. Furthermore, a petal-shaped lens hood is integrated into the design to mitigate flare and ghosting when operating under intense lighting conditions.

• Ultra wide-angle prime designed for full-frame Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras, this 12mm f/2.8 can also be used with APS-C models where it provides an 18mm equivalent focal length.
  
  
• Bright f/2.8 maximum aperture is well-suited to working in low and difficult lighting conditions.
  
  
• Rectilinear design renders subjects with minimal distortion in order to suit landscape and architectural applications.
  
  
• Three extra-low dispersion elements reduce chromatic aberrations and color fringing for increased clarity and color neutrality. Two aspherical elements are also featured to limit spherical aberrations for improved sharpness.
  
  
• A Frog Eye Coating has been applied to repel both dust and moisture for added protection when working in inclement conditions.
  
  
• Manual focus design employs a floating optical system to maintain performance throughout the focusing range of 7.09" to infinity.
  
  
• Built-in petal-shaped lens hood shields the lens from stray light to reduce flare and ghosting and also protects the front elements from accidental impacts.